- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results well above the England average.
96 first choices, 90 offers made
Met the standard at 1189%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 2.9%
- Pupils
- 632
- Pupils per teacher
- 23.8
Schools in WA15
A postcode district in Trafford
- Postcode district
- 30 schools and nurseries
In short: WA15 is a postcode district in Trafford with 13 primary schools, 4 secondary schools and 13 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries3013 primary · 4 secondary · 13 nurseries
Top-rated
All WA15 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in WA15
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in WA15
13 in WA15, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
34 first choices, 36 offers made
Met the standard at 1180%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 2.8%
- Pupils
- 375
- Pupils per teacher
- 23.8
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
53 first choices, 55 offers made
Met the standard at 1178%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.0%
- Pupils
- 577
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.3
Top Secondary Schools in WA15
4 in WA15, best first
- Ofsted:Strong standard or better
Results well above the England average.
223 first choices, 149 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1672.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 4.1%
- Pupils
- 1,096
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.9
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
328 first choices, 260 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1655.7
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.5%
- Pupils
- 1,536
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.0
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results close to the England average.
120 first choices, 190 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1647.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.4%
- Pupils
- 973
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.8
Nurseries in WA15
13 in WA15, highest Ofsted grade first
Broussa Day Nursery & Nursery School
Altrincham, WA15 9NP · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Hale Day Nursery and Nursery School
Altrincham, WA15 0LG · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Richmond House Kindergarten
Altrincham, WA15 9SR · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in WA15
4 in WA15, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Strong standard or better
Results well above the England average.
223 first choices, 149 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1672.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 4.1%
- Pupils
- 1,096
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.9
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
328 first choices, 260 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1655.7
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.5%
- Pupils
- 1,536
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.0
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results close to the England average.
120 first choices, 190 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1647.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.4%
- Pupils
- 973
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.8
Special Schools in WA15
1 in WA15. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Pictor Academy
Timperley, WA15 6PH · Academy · Primary · Ages 2 to 11
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 8.8%
- Pupils
- 122
- Pupils per teacher
- 6.9
Private Schools in WA15
3 in WA15. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Forest School
Altrincham, WA15 6LJ · Independent · Primary · Ages 2 to 11
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 212
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Hale Preparatory School
Altrincham, WA15 9AS · Independent · Primary · Ages 4 to 11
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 206
- Pupils per teacher
- –
St Ambrose Prep School
Cheshire, WA15 0HF · Independent · Primary · Ages 3 to 11
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 132
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in WA15, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding5
- Good13
- Not graded yet12
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Schools in WA15 sit in 2 council areas. Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every WA15 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
WA15 has 30 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in WA15
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about WA15
Nearby areas
How many schools are in WA15?
WA15 has 30 schools, including 13 primary schools, 4 secondary schools, 13 nurseries, 3 independent schools, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in WA15?
The highest-ranked schools in WA15 on Eduscope are St Vincent's Catholic Primary School, Saint Ambrose College, Wellington School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in WA15?
There are 3 independent schools in WA15. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in WA15 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in WA15?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 30 schools in WA15 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.